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You know what? I actually mis-stated the P/N on the control. I was typing from memory of an earlier quote and when I went back to look, the proposal I signed DOES specify the new touchscreen wifi control. I had to ask the contractor if he had the right p/n because I wasn't aware there was a newer control and I was expecting to get the older model. I was really surprised when it turned out I'll be getting the new one!

Been without air & heat since my Rheem hp died on October 19th. Luckily, haven't needed either due to Florida's mild temps right now.

After much research and lots of advice from the pro's on this forum, I signed a contract today for installation on Thursday. I sincerely hope I don't regret going with a 3-ton, against the advice of four different pro's who actually completed

10 yr all parts and labor with Carrier 5-Star Warranty

For outdoor temps > 96'F, just use the AUX COOLING MODE in late afternoon ...

GREEN SPACE Sequence of Operation
1. Close the Blinds in late afternoon
2. Turn the Ceiling Fan On
3. Pour the favorite Beer in ice cold glass
4. Sit on the couch ( or in close proximity to fan)
5. Repeat steps 3 & 4 as necessary.
6. Look up electrical usage for day on FPL website
7. After 7pm, reverse the operation of steps 1 & 2.
8. Measure energy $$ savings, body and mental entropy and determine if the afternoon activity meets Your Personal Comfort criteria.
+++ Steps 2, 3 & 4 are required as part of Performance Guarantee to address times exceeding Design Criteria.

9. Repeat for any additional days of extreme heat.
10. Thank God how fortunate you are to have found HVAC Talk and how
__ You were able to Teach Us _how to be a great, educated consumer.!

May your GreenSpeed be sent with godspeed
Have a Blest Environment.!

Designer Dan
It's Not Rocket Science, But It is SCIENCE with "Some Art". ___ ___ K EEP I T S IMPLE & S INCERE
Define the Building Envelope and Perform a Detailed Load Calc: It's ALL About Windows and Make-up Air Requirements. Know Your Equipment Capabilities

Install took a little longer because the condenser came damaged from the distributor's warehouse. The damage was discovered when it was unwrapped and the contractor had to drive about 50 miles to Orlando to pick up another. Besides this delay, the install went very well. They were super professional and did a great job, even with me watching everthing! I'll post some pictures tomorrow.

Noise levels are something rarely considered when upgrading HVAC systems. I was surprised how quiet mine is compared to my old one. When my neighbor's unit is running I can't even tell if mine is running or not w/o physically looking.

Looking forward to the install pics !!
I'm willing to bet the 3 ton will be more than enough for your house

Of course, it's November.

With a 0.38" static, I believe that air distribution and new air handler capabilities will minimize any temperature imbalance.
+ FL coastal temperatures are not the extremes seen in central U.S. this summer and in Dallas area many years.

It will be interesting to be informed of any Relative Humidity improvements. ( reference post #14)

> 95'F would be rare in Most FL locations, except infrequently near Orlando.
.:. ... NO guarantees in a climate changing environment.

Designer Dan
It's Not Rocket Science, But It is SCIENCE with "Some Art". ___ ___ K EEP I T S IMPLE & S INCERE
Define the Building Envelope and Perform a Detailed Load Calc: It's ALL About Windows and Make-up Air Requirements. Know Your Equipment Capabilities

Hope you included fresh air and humidity control when there is low/no cooling loads.
This is a complex expensive system but this type of system needs significant cooling load to remove the moisture from the occupants and adequate fresh air ventilation. A small ventilating dehumidifier would make the system complete.
Keep us posted.
Regards TB

Hope you included fresh air and humidity control when there is low/no cooling loads.
This is a complex expensive system but this type of system needs significant cooling load to remove the moisture from the occupants and adequate fresh air ventilation. A small ventilating dehumidifier would make the system complete.
Keep us posted.
Regards TB

FL Mother Nature provides an abundance of the nice humidity control
in the next 6+ months with
cool mornings like today. 45'F Dew Point